Richard Burr

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Richard Burr is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from North Carolina since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Burr has focused on issues such as veterans' health care and the relationship between the Department of Veterans Affairs and academic institutions. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving services for veterans and enhancing the efficiency of government programs.

Jun 16, 2009

As Senator Bayh said, we'd like to make sure that the investment we're making in Okinawa is an investment that can be utilized.

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Jun 16, 2009

We will not spend anymore money, I can assure you.

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Jun 16, 2009

Mr. Arny, what is the projected date by which all UXO clean-up will be completed?

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Jun 16, 2009

Does it make economic sense over the life cycle of the barracks?

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Jun 16, 2009

What do you intend to do with the land that was purchased in Washington County?

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Jun 16, 2009

The potential population affected is 500,000. We've tracked down 137,000.

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Jun 16, 2009

We must avoid, at all costs, authorizing a project that becomes the bridge to nowhere.

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Jun 16, 2009

This budget request includes the first increment of construction totaling $378 million required to move 8,000 marines and their families from Okinawa to Guam.

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Jun 16, 2009

Mr. Arny, with what considerations are you evaluating these applications?

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Jun 16, 2009

If it isn't broke, don't fix it.

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Jun 16, 2009

Are you finding the public receptive to that?

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